The Beta Band

Making their debut in 1996, the Scottish quartet The Beta Band purveyed a unique electronic-folk hybrid that earned them critical favor and a cult following throughout their ever-evolving, albeit brief, career. As was the case with many trailblazers before them, the group’s generally rave reviews never translated into more than modest sales, even as their sound grew more accessible. Perhaps their schizophrenic, half serious/half quirky tone doomed them in a late 90’s rock environment dominated by self-righteous experimentalism and earnest, emo platitudes. It could also be that... Read More

Genre:

Electronic-Dance, Electronica, Downtempo, Rock, Alternative/Indie

City Of Origin:

St. Andrews,
Scotland

Formed Date:

1996

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